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voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG

4.0 star property
Family sun and beach fun, near Leas Cliff Hall

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Exterior
Exterior
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Point of interest
Suite, 1 King Bed

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec

Explore the area

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The Leas, Clifton Gardens, Folkestone, England, CT20 2EB
  • Place, Leas Cliff Hall
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Folkestone Harbour
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Folkestone Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 Double Bed (Cosy)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 1 Single Bed (Cosy)

Room, 1 Single Bed (Cosy)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Room, Multiple Beds

Premium Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Cosy Room Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2

Premium King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard King Room With Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

Premium King Room With Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 4

Premium King Room With Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

1 King And 1 Single Premium

  • Sleeps 3

King Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room With Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

Suite With Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

Cosy Room Single Bed

  • Sleeps 1

Standard Room With 2 Single Beds

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Folkestone

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Folkestone awaits you at voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG. You'll find Leas Cliff Hall a few steps away and Folkestone Harbour within a 15-minute stroll. Highlights at this beach hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Marco Pierre White Grill, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Ocean Bleu Bar & Lounge is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. 1981 square feet (184 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Full breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10 AM. .With a stay at this 4-property class Folkestone hotel, you'll be 1.6 km (1 mi) from Folkestone Beach and 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Battle of Britain Memorial.

What's nearby

  • Leas Cliff Hall - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sandgate Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Leas Lift - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Folkestone Harbour - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Folkestone Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Folkestone Central Station - 11 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bouverie Tap - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Chambers - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Papas Fish & Chips - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min walk

About this property

voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG

Family sun and beach fun, near Leas Cliff Hall
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and meeting rooms are available.

WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 1981 square feet (184 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG. A complete renovation of voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG was completed in January 2024.

  • 78 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 1981 sq ft of conference space
  • 184 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1864
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG offers 78 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 48-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Folkestone hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 8 per day); discounts available
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee: GBP 15.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Marco Pierre White Grill
  • Ocean Bleu Bar & Lounge

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,981 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1864
  • Renovated entire property - January 2024
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.95 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 8.00 per day (16 ft away)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Clifton Hotel
Best Western Clifton Hotel
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG Hotel
voco The Clifton Folkestone an IHG Hotel
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG Folkestone
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG Hotel Folkestone

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG?

Yep, voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG is a short 9-minute walk from Sandgate Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

How much does it cost to stay at voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG?

As of 2 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG on 7 Dec 2025 start from AU$139.40, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What makes voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG a romantic place to stay?

Ocean-view dining and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG.

Is voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and babysitting services, as well as highchairs and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG is a hit with families.

Does voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is offered daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG?

No, voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 172 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 172 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 172 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 172 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 172 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Alister

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not bad

Booked a 'cosy' room and it was a little on the snug side, but fine for one night. Dinner in the restaurant was a bit disappointing and as I checked out at 5am, I didn't have breakfast. Hotel is clean, modern and nicely located on the sea front but the reason for my low score: the service generally was woefully slow!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

rebecca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. M P White's restaurant served delicious food, and I considered it fairly priced. Bedroom was spacious & the view was expansive
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed here previously and staff happy to accommodate anything that is needed
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was just an over night stay, but was very comfortable, very clean, friendly efficient staff. Lovely location. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel

Lovely hotel, fabulous rooms, friendly check in staff and complimentary biscuits on arrival. Parking not brilliant - managed to get the last spot. Not sure where else we would have gone. Lift a bit weird - we used the stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Lovely seating area outside. Recently refurbished bathroom was very nice. Air conditioning in the room was fab .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Water damaged room

unable to accommodate us in the room we had booked, but given 2 single rooms and comp breakfast and drinks, They did the best they could under the circumstances. Unfortunately our rooms were on the same floor but quite a way from one another, but for the one-night stay, it's no real problem
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Hotels.com will try and rip you off.

The hotels.com website reverted the date to the same day, rather than my wedding anniversary. So, we never made ut to the hotel. Noticed the problem on confirmation email, but they refused to change the date without further payment. Might try the hotel again, wont be using hotels.com.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Bernice

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property is nice. Parking is a problem to find and the inroom wifi and TV services was awful (did not work)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfy and client but parking not secure

Comfy bed and very clean room. This hotel DOES NOT have in site parking. It’s on the road which should be a lot clearer when looking for secure parking for a car full of holiday gear
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

beryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely breakfast with large choice. Comfortable bed. Close to lots of shops. 2 minute walk to car park.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

nigel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for six days and the hotel was excellent . Very good breakfast with attentive friendly staff. Room had been renovated . It was clean and had a calming atmoshere. Very good bar area also had quieter spaces near reception. Bed very comfortable . Amazing sea front views from our front facing room. .
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nimisha

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful and clean. Very spacious and extremely clean.loved the decor and service especially from the cleaning staff.
Beautiful bedroom decor
King bedroom
Large walk in shower
Reception seating
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Lovely hotel, staff very , beautiful rooms the hotel is located right on the front so a nice walk after a long journey. Please remember parking is on a first come first served basis.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sylvia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Folkestone

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at the Clifton Hotel in Folkestone! Long scenic walks to the harbour, delicious dining at the Marco Pierre White Chophouse, and the truly exceptional restaurant staff—who also brightened our morning at breakfast—made the experience unforgettable. The ambient bar was a lovely spot to unwind, and a little Costa Coffee bar available. Every member of the hotel team was warm, polite, and welcoming. They made us feel so looked after. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Had a really pleasant last minute stay. An issue with my booking was quickly sorted out. Breakfast was good. Service was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025